Great time travel

Chapter 28, Calm on the Eve of Destruction

After Miss Kanban of the Adventurer's Guild personally tried, or tried her own way, using the [Low-Level Monster Summoning] traded to summon an acid slime, bound herself in a cocoon, and gave all adventurers active clothes to release benefits, the entire guild The atmosphere here suddenly became more enthusiastic!
——After admiring the beauty of Miss Adventurer's Guild Kanban Lady, under the entanglement of slime, her clothes were tattered, her spring was gone, and she was extremely ashamed and indignant, a group of guys who looked relatively cheap rushed forward, Surrounded the political commissar of the white cat squatting on the counter, trying to buy spells from it.

"... There is really a way to become a magician quickly... Three gold coins for each spell, right? Give me one too!"

"...Thank you for your patronage, please give the gold coin to Mr. Sebastian, and then look me in the eyes seriously... [Mentor and Friend] activated!"

"...Is it true that the results are completely random, and there is no way to choose the magic you want? If possible, I am willing to pay more."

"...I'm sorry, this request is really impossible meow, no amount of money is useless meow. Please come up next meow!"

"...Eh? Mr. Cat, is this the end? I don't feel anything at all!"

"...Unfortunately, the spell casting failed meow, the mana value on your body is zero, no matter what you can't use the spell meow! Change meow!"

"...Mr. Cat, the [Flying Technique] you gave me just now is really amazing! Can you give me another one? Money is not a problem!"

"...Sorry, the [Mentor and Friend] spell has a cooldown time for the recipient, and it cannot be used continuously. After all, your head is not a pocket, and you can't keep stuffing it in it all the time, otherwise you will have a headache and faint. It may even blow your head off... If you really like it, please come to Karn Village next month! Remember to bring the money. Next time!"

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In short, the adventurer's guild became unusually lively on this day.Some people get powerful magic that looks very practical or cool, so they look happy; there are also people who gritted their teeth and spent a lot of money, but only got a useless spell, so they huddled in the corner with a painful face mumbling.Of course, there are more cash-strapped people who can only look at those lucky ones who have obtained magic skills in one step, and their eyes are endless.After all, although the service price of three gold coins is not particularly high, it is not affordable by anyone.Especially those low-level adventurers who don't have a high income and lack the habit of saving money. Whenever they have money, they spend it on drinking and whoring. They often don't even get a single gold coin out of their pockets.

However, the caring butler Sebastian issued a reward task through the guild: "...in order to build the mage tower in Karn Village, a large number of construction labor is urgently needed, and at the same time, it is necessary to venture into the forest to log and quarry. The ability to protect oneself in front of monsters. Therefore, it is planned to hire a large number of low-level adventurers with bronze or iron medals to serve as construction labor for the construction of the mage tower. The reward during the task period is only board and lodging, not coins, but during the construction period, you can use it every month [Good teacher and helpful friend] 】Teach the instant magic once, and guarantee it until you learn it. If you really can’t learn it, you can transfer it to others..."

——Generally speaking, in this world that advocates force, whether it is noble knights, professional soldiers, or adventurers, they all possess the "pride of warriors" to a certain extent, and generally despise productive labor, and look down on farmers and farmers with muddy hands. artisan.But since the morality of this world is that the strong are respected, on the other hand, the weak are not qualified to pick and choose.For those rookie adventurers who have just started and are weak, that is, the lowest-level "bronze medal" and "iron medal", their self-esteem has not yet inflated to that level, in other words, they do not have the qualifications to be so proud .

In order to strengthen one's strength, it seems that there is no shame in going back to the original line of work for a while occasionally.

So, when Steward Sebastian left the Adventurer's Guild, besides the three cats and the four members of the "Black Sword" adventure group, there was also a large group of low-level bronze and iron medalists who were going to Kahn Village to "do odd jobs to earn magic". Adventurers, and a big bag full of gold and silver coins.

On the way, although I encountered a few gangsters who didn't have long eyes and tried to block the road and rob, but before it was the turn of Mr. Butler and Mr. Cat to make a move, they were surrounded by hired adventurers who were eager to show off, and beat them to the ground. , half dead, and then thrown out as a deterrent.

"...Although I still don't understand why you insisted on hiring this 'Black Sword' adventure group, but in terms of the results, it seems to be pretty good. Relying on the sale of magic, not only the cost of buying tools, paint and food , and got so many laborers."

Looking at the large group of people behind, Sebastian Butler couldn't help sighing sincerely, "...Thank you so much."

——Although the Lich King Ainz bought [-] gold coins in the market of the fortress city by selling high-grade materials such as stainless steel, he is also shopping like crazy these days, spending a lot of money in one breath. Bought a lot of all kinds of expensive "souvenirs".

As a result, by the time he left the city, all the funds left to Steward Sebastian were only more than 300 gold coins. Not to mention buying a mansion as a stronghold, even the cost of preparing to build a sub-base in Kahn Village was far away. Not enough - Karn Village is just a small village with a population of more than a hundred, and nearly half of it has just been massacred. It can't provide anything for the establishment of the mage tower, and even the labor force is far from enough.However, the white cat political commissar with a full-level scholar player account just squatted in the adventurer's guild for a long time, and performed dozens of [Mentor and Helpful Friend], and the problems of people and money were solved.

"...You're welcome, Mr. Sebastian, the mage tower in Karn Village was originally proposed by us to be built to accommodate the new population."

The political commissar of the white cat replied very politely, "...Is there anything else to do next? If there is anything we can help, please don't be polite."

"... Well, next, we need to buy some construction tools, at least the axes and saws for logging. Then food and other supplies... After deducting the agency fee paid to the guild, alas, the rest It seems that there are not many, and it is still not enough to buy a mansion!"

Sebastian reached out and rubbed his forehead, "...forget it, we'll talk about buying a house later, let's find them a place to stay overnight first!"

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——Obviously, with such a large group of people, even sleeping in a Datong bunk in a fortress city with limited land and every inch of land would cost a lot of money.So Steward Sebastian simply dragged them out of the city, set up piles of bonfires at the base of the city wall, and camped overnight before setting off.

Although such conditions are really shabby, the adventurers originally travel to the wild all year round and are used to eating and sleeping in the open, so they don't care about it.They each took the standing cooking utensils around them, cooked a few big pots of thick soup with beans, dried meat and vegetables they didn’t know where to get, and after eating the black bread provided by the employer, they wrapped their stomachs warmly. Blanket rested early to recharge your batteries for the next day's long journey...

The four members of the "Sword of Darkness" adventure group, in order to give a good impression to their new employer, took the initiative to assume the duty of taking turns to watch the night-in fact, this place is just outside the gate of the fortress city, and unless the imperial army comes to kill them, they will not be there at all. What ordinary monster or bandit would dare to make a mistake.

The main goal of their vigil is not to guard against robbers, but to worry that the temporarily hired adventurer workers will steal things from their companions and cause disputes... Of course, it is more likely to attack their new employer Sebastian Butler—if they are completely Without any precautions.

Because it was still early and the sun had not yet set, the four silver medal adventurers of the "Sword of Darkness" adventure group were still in good spirits, none of them fell asleep, but sat by the campfire drinking the remaining hot soup, While casually chatting with Butler Sebastian all over the place.

"...Mr. Sebastian, don't look at our little Nina who looks very thin and shy, but in fact, he is a famous magic caster who is born with supernatural powers and is known as a genius." Sway Under the bright flames and the red sunset, the scout archer Luklot patted the shoulder of the magician Nina with a playful smile, bragging, "... half of the reputation of our adventure group is supported by him. !"

"... Oh? Innate ability? Can you explain it carefully?"

Hearing this word, Butler Sebastian immediately showed interest, leaned forward, and pretended to be listening attentively.

——According to the Lich King Ainz's investigation, unlike the magic in this world that is roughly similar to the "YGGDRASIL" game, "natural abilities" are unique to this world. On average, one in 200 people has a natural ability. special ability.

Although people with natural abilities are not uncommon in this world, these special abilities vary widely.There is a huge difference in strength and weakness, and the types are ever-changing.For example, someone has the ability to forecast the weather, but unfortunately the accuracy rate is only 70%, which can only be said to be better than nothing.Other people's abilities are more practical, such as being able to strengthen summoned monsters, or accelerating the ripening of grains, etc. In short, there are many kinds.

But these are innate abilities that cannot be chosen or changed, nor can they be strengthened through exercise.So it often makes people feel useless.For example, someone is born with the ability to increase magical destructive power.But the physical aptitude does not meet the minimum conditions for learning magic, so the natural ability is useless.And those who can effectively use their natural abilities can only be regarded as the lucky few.

But even so, due to the unpredictability of natural abilities, it is difficult for people to judge its threat level.Maybe there are natural enemies that specialize in restraining the undead and can pose a fatal threat to the Great Tomb of Nazarick.Therefore, the Lich King Ainz, who looks tough on the outside but is actually very cowardly on the inside, feels like he is facing a formidable enemy for such a completely unknown thing. He specifically told Sebas to pay more attention to collecting information on this. .

"...Remember that the name of this innate ability is... [Magic Applicability]? In short, it is to allow little Nina to learn magic faster. He can shorten the course that others take eight years to learn to only four years. I Not a magic caster, so I don't know how powerful it is."

Luklot replied casually, and at the same time poured a mouthful of hot soup into his mouth, "...Hey, why don't I have any natural abilities?"

...this...the effect is to accelerate learning?It seems to be a skill not found in the Great Tomb of Nazarick!You must report to the master!

Although Sebas is not very interested in magic as a martial artist, but according to Lich King Ainz's order, it seems that it is necessary to collect such abilities that he did not have before—whether to call this Nena's magician control up?Or should we take him back first?

"...Indeed, being born with this ability is really a lucky thing, because at least it allows me to take the first step in chasing my dreams. If I don't have this ability, I'm afraid I will be just an ordinary civilian until I die , spend your whole life mediocre in a small mountain village."

Nina obviously didn't notice the predatory eyes of his employer at this moment, and just sighed in a whisper, with obvious bleakness and heaviness.Captain Peter, who was trying to sweep away the gloom, quickly spoke in a completely different tone: "...Don't be too sad, Neina, anyway, in this city, you are a well-known natural talent, you must There will be a bright future!"

"...Captain! You're really exaggerating!" Nina seemed a little embarrassed by the words, "...Speaking of the fortress city. The most famous natural ability user in Lantil, how can I compare That guy Nfirea? No matter how you look at it..."

"... Nfirea? Is this person also a well-known innate ability user in the city?" Sebastian interrupted and asked.

"...Yes, his full name is Nfrea Bareare, the grandson of a famous pharmacist. His natural ability is to use any magic item. No matter what system scroll, or He can use any props that can only be used by non-human races. Even some props that must have royal blood can be used. For him, there is no problem. It can be said that he can walk. **."

Nina replied so casually, but he didn't know that Sebastian's heart was already ringing with alarm bells!
Born to use any magic item?Ignore the restrictions of bloodline and camp?That's okay? ! !

If this guy accidentally gets the guild weapon of the Great Tomb of Nazarick, the [Stand of Ainz-Wurgon] that can intimidate all guardian NPCs, or a key control center, then wouldn't the entire group be afraid of it? Is there a possibility of instant destruction?
It seems that Master Ainz is indeed right. Those born with supernatural powers are indeed one of the biggest threats to us in this world, and we need to raise our awareness of prevention...

On the other side, in another corner of the camping area, Tabby Elvis Qiu quietly opened his personal player panel, and a feedback message was displayed on it: [Change the fate of the "Black Sword" adventure group's group destruction, get 2000 reward points, now There are 48000 bonus points, please continue to work hard. 】

"...Finally, I have earned another amount of points, but unfortunately, the expected goal of 75 points is still too far away!"

After a short period of excitement, he couldn't help but feel depressed again, "...I hope that after the collapse of the fortress city, there will be more income..."

"...Anyway, I always feel that this matter is very precarious! How confident are you in your plan?" Political Commissar Guo, a Persian cat scholar, muttered in a low voice.

"...I don't know, anyway, I have done my best within my ability. First, I dismissed Ainz, the Lich King who played the guest role as the savior in the original plot, and then took away so many adventurers from the city. Most of them are the lowest-level bronze and silver medals, but they also weaken the defense force of the fortress city Lantil. If those necromancers can't do things under these conditions, then we can only accept our fate. "

The tabby cat mage Wang Qiu spread his paws helplessly, "...We can't help the battle in person! Not to mention how we should explain to that fellow Ainz if we are found out afterwards. Even if we are willing to help, the undead who caused this Most mages don't want to trust us either!"

"...That's true, it seems that we can only rely on luck... I hope these terrorists in the magical world can help..."

At the same time, on the avenue on the outskirts of the city, a young woman hidden in a black cloak lightly walked around the adventurers sleeping outside the city gate, and rushed to the last moment before the city gate closed. Stepped into the fortress city.In the city of Rantel.

——Fortress city.The destruction of Lantil has now officially entered the countdown...